Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman dead of suspected drug overdose
A police department source earlier told Reuters that Hoffman had died of an apparent drug overdose. Hoffman, who is survived by three children with his partner Mimi O'Donnell, had detailed his struggles with substance abuse in the past. "We are …
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Hoffman and the Terrible Heroin Deaths in the Shadows
More people are using heroin, according to a 2012 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration survey. The survey found that between 2007 and 2012, the number of heroin users ages 12 and up increased from 373,000 to 669,000.
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More Attention To Preventing Opioid-Overdose Deaths With Naloxone
So many of our “drugs of abuse” – or drugs of proper use that can be misused – are derived from nature: cocaine from the coca plant, morphine and codeine from the opium poppy, mescaline from the peyote cactus. Heroin, made from morphine in a … Last …
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Suncoast Rehab Center Encourages "Pain Medicine Management" Trend in 2014
10, 2014 — /PRNewswire-iReach/ — A recent Fox Business article predicted 2014's healthcare trends, one of which is an increased focus on pain medicine management—a direct reflection of the stronghold that addiction to pain medication has on the U.S …
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Documentary sheds light on prescription drug abuse among teens
According to a survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Idaho is 4th in the nation for non-medical prescription pain reliever abuse for ages 12 and older. Meaning only three states abuse prescriptions more than Idaho.
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Film puts spotlight on Vermont prescription drug problem
DUSTIN, A REAL person battling prescription drug addiction, is seen in the documentary film "The Hungry Heart," which will be screened to the public at three locations in Addison County next week. The film raises sobering truths about the increase of …
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Drug documentary promotes making good choices
You can either not start, or if you do, it's going to be a very hard addiction to stop," said Barber as she looked out at the silent, watchful students. Along with others in her documentary, Barber expressed her strong opinion in that marijuana is a …
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Amanda Bynes Leaves UCLA Psych Ward for Malibu Rehab
She was originally being treated at a Ventura County facility before transferring to UCLA Medical Center at her mother's request because it's one of the best places for treatment in the country. And now, the 27-year-old checked into a Malibu rehab …
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Passages Malibu Marks National Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Month
National Recovery Month happens every September, highlighting the year-round work of addiction treatment. Sponsored and promoted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the month is meant to place a positive …
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Malibu Horizon's Addiction Treatment Pioneer Dr. A.R. Mohammad Issues Stern …
MALIBU, CA–(Marketwired – Oct 8, 2013) – Dr. Akikur Mohammad, Founder of Malibu Horizon treatment center, recognized by many as one of the top inpatient rehab centers in California, and Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and the Behavioral …
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Medicaid Expansion: More Help for Ohioans Battling Addiction
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention · Budget Policy & Priorities · Mental Health · Poverty Issues. PHOTO: Medicaid expansion would extend addiction treatment services to more Ohioans. Photo: man with an alcohol bottle. Courtesy:womenshealth.gov.
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Specialized Online Treatment Programs for Military Service Members …
For the 2.6 million war Veterans coming home in the last 10 years, the average wait for those needing addiction treatment services is anywhere between 2 months to 2 years. The VA does not have the buildings or the staff to handle even 1% of the …
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Mental health/substance abuse treatment mergers continue, with mixed feelings …
Since 2008, the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has placed increasing focus on the integration of mental health and substance abuse treatment, settling on “behavioral” healthcare as the name for both.
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Question by nunya: Does anyone know at least 4 to 7 places where someone can get long term treatment for drug addiction?
This is for D.A.R.E

Best answer:

Answer by cintchick
The link I included below will take you to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) treatment center locator. SAMHSA is a division of the US Department of Health and Human Services

Enter a city and state, then select “Continue”. You will then be offered options to target your search. In your case, under “Services Provided” you would select “Substance Abuse” and under “Type of Care” you would select “Residential Long-Term Treatment” and/or “Hospital Inpatient”. Again, select “Continue”. You will then see a list of centers with their contact information, as well as a summary of the services they offer and forms of payment accepted.

Settlement lets drug treatment center expand
Lane County will allow a Christian group to expand a residential drug treatment center for women as part of a proposed settlement of a federal lawsuit. County commissioners are expected to vote Tuesday on a consent decree that will allow Teen Challenge …
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Salvation Army pulls plan to move residential drug and alcohol treatment …
The Salvation Army has withdrawn its offer to purchase Kenowa Hills' Fairview Elementary School and end its plans to move the Salvation Army's "Turning Point Program" residential drug and alcohol treatment center there. The move comes after a two-hour …
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Pax House Now Offers Residential Rehabilitation Facility to Conquer Drug …
Altadena, CA — (SBWIRE) — 09/24/2013 — Pax House offers a residential rehabilitation facility to conquer drug addiction and heal comfortably. Their rehabilitation center in California provides a pleasing home environment to work with specialists to …
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Recovery program cites success in helping people with addictions
As of August, 53 of the 75 participants who had enrolled in the substance abuse Community Recovery Program since January 2012 had remained sober, or drug and/or alcohol free. CRP Program Manager Lisa M. Smith … CRP can help with employment services …
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Jefferson County heroin problem continue to grow
People who are struggling with drug addiction are often in need of housing, jobs and transportation, which is exactly why we need a comprehensive community response.” All said parents and other family members should talk with teens and young adults …
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Study Finds Workplace Drug Testing Tied to Racial Differences
The drug testing policy exists so that employers can determine if drugs might be an issue for a potential employee. Since drugs and drug addictions can impair one's ability to work and function, some people might argue that drug tests are useful. Even …
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Passages Malibu Marks National Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Month
National Recovery Month happens every September, highlighting the year-round work of addiction treatment. Sponsored and promoted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the month is meant to place a positive …
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